But Phil said the couple also got away with his most prized possession; a coin collection he started more than six decades ago and now carries a worth of about $100,000.

"Most people invested in the stock market. I didn't. I invested in gold and silver. I knew it was solid. It was something I could rely on. That was my retirement and my security. I don't have any of that," said Phil.

Detectives said some of the things have been found in local pawn shops and flea markets, where the suspects handed them off for some quick cash.

While Phil's hoping the very people he once tried to help turn up for police, he knows most of his belongings probably won't.

"I want them put in jail. If I get any of my stuff back I'll be surprised," said Phil.

Police said the suspects are likely driving a silver 2002 Ford Explorer with Indiana tags.

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